Course Objectives

Understand how different technologies drive different approaches to testing

Separate client-side and server-side testing

Apply solid testing techniques to Web applications

Apply risk management techniques to organize testing effort

Create maintainable software test documentation

Understand the impact of various browsers and operating systems

Know when Performance, Load and Scalability tests are required

Know when additional security testing is required

Regression test strategies for Web applications

Audience Prerequisites

The course is intended for beginner or intermediate testers, analysts and engineers who need to develop a working knowledge of Web software testing methodology. Attendees should have a basic familiarity with testing principles in theory and in practice. Knowledge of programs, environment and Web browsers is helpful, but not required. Experience in ad-hoc testing of applications is helpful, but not required.

Course Length, Format, and Logistics

Course length: 1 day

Course format: Lecture plus individual and group exercises and discussions.

Course logistics: Each attendee is provided with his/her own copy of the course manual and exercise set. Attendees do not need access to personal computers or workstations.